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Title Director, GI Motility Lab
Department Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition
Primary Location Weston Hospital
Type of Doctor Adults Only
Languages English
Surgeon No
Locations
Weston Hospital
Primary Location

Weston Hospital

Appointment:
877.463.2010
Desk:
954.659.5646
Fax:
954.659.5647
Specialties & Treatments

Treatment & Services

  • Argon Plasma Coagulation (APC)
  • Cancer Screening
  • Colonoscopy
  • Endoscopic Dilation
  • Endoscopy
  • Esophageal Dilation
  • Esophageal Motility Testing
  • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD)
  • Hydrogen Breath Test
  • Impedance Monitoring
  • Motility Catheter Placement
  • Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG)
  • pH Monitoring
  • Polypectomy
  • Push Enteroscopy
  • Wireless Capsule Endoscopy
View all 16 Treatment & Services +

Specialty in Diseases & Conditions

  • Achalasia
  • Anemia
  • Ascites
  • Autoimmune Chronic Hepatitis
  • Barrett's Esophagus
  • Bowel Incontinence
  • Celiac Disease (Celiac Sprue)
  • Collagenous Colitis
  • Colon Polyps
  • Colorectal Cancer
  • Constipation
  • Crohn's Disease
  • Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome
  • Diarrhea
  • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
  • Esophageal Cancer
  • Esophagitis
  • Failure to Thrive
  • Fatty Liver Disease (Hepatic Steatosis)
  • Gallstones
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux (GERD)
  • General Gastroenterological Disorders
  • Heartburn
  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Small Bowel Bacterial Overgrowth
  • Swallowing Disorders
  • Ulcerative Colitis
View all 28 Specialties +
Insurance

Insurance

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Education & Professional Highlights

Education & Professional Highlights

Appointed
2007

Education & Fellowships

Fellowship - Drexel University College of Medicine
Gastroenterology
Philadelphia, PA USA
2007

Residency - Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
Internal Medicine
Philadelphia, PA USA
2004

Internship - Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
Internal Medicine
Philadelphia, PA USA
2002

Medical Education - University of Miami School of Medicine
Miami, FL USA
2001

Undergraduate - Duke University
Durham, NC USA
1996

Certifications

  • Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology
  • Internal Medicine

Specialty Interests

Gastrointestinal motility disorders, esophageal manometry, pH testing and impedance studies. Diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy including capsule endoscopy. Barrett's esophagus and management (RFA). Fecal Transplants for C Diff. General gastroenterology, inflammatory bowel disease, esophageal disorders, women issues in gastroenterology.

Research & Publications

Research & Publications

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Industry Relationships

Industry Relationships

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To assure professional and commercial integrity in such matters, Cleveland Clinic maintains a program that reviews these collaborations and, when appropriate, puts measures in place to minimize bias that may result from ties to industry. Cleveland Clinic publicly discloses the names of companies when (i) its physicians/scientists receive $5,000 or more per year (or, in rare cases, equity or stock options) for speaking and consulting, (ii) its physicians/scientists serve as a fiduciary, (iii) its physicians/scientists receive or have the right to receive royalties or (iv) its physicians/ scientists hold any equity interest for the physician's/scientist's role as inventor, discoverer, developer, founder or consultant.* In publicly disclosing this information, Cleveland Clinic tries to provide information as accurately as possible about its physicians' and scientists' connections with industry.

As of 1/2/2024, Dr. Schneider has reported no financial relationship with industry that is applicable to this listing. In general, patients should feel free to contact their doctor about any of the relationships and how the relationships are overseen by Cleveland Clinic. To learn more about Cleveland Clinic's policies on collaborations with industry and innovation management, go to our Integrity in Innovation page.

Public Health Service-Reportable Financial Conflicts of Interest. Cleveland Clinic scientists and physicians engage in basic, translational and clinical research activities, working to solve health problems, enhance patient care and improve quality of life for patients. Interactions with industry are essential to bringing the researchers' discoveries to the public, but can present the potential for conflicts of interest related to their research activities. Click here to view a listing of instances where Cleveland Clinic has identified a Public Health Service (PHS)-Reportable Financial Conflict of Interest and has put measures in place to ensure that, to the extent possible, the design, conduct and reporting of the research is free from bias.

* Cleveland Clinic physicians and scientists subscribe to the guidance presented in the PhRMA Code on Interactions with Healthcare Professionals and the AdvaMed Code of Ethics on Interactions with Health Care Professionals. As such, gifts of substantial value are generally prohibited.

Patient Satisfaction Reviews

453 Patient Satisfaction Reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their views and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Cleveland Clinic.

Overall Star Ratings
4.8 out of 5
Explains 4.8
Courtesy, Respect & Concern 4.9
Patient Rating of Doctor 4.9

105 Patient Comments

Reviewed on Mar 19, 2024

Dr Schneider and her staff where amazing. The issue I encountered was that I had an EKG that was required for my visit with Dr Schneider. My EKG results were not uploaded and it could not be found. I had to rush to get back in for the EKG before my Dr Schneider appointment. This was very stressful and very unprofessional.

Reviewed on Mar 14, 2024

My body wasn't ready on the 14th to have the colonoscopy and Dr.Schneider changed it to the following week, she was very informative about the why's and what's of what was going to happen, made me feel at ease.

Reviewed on Feb 29, 2024

Dr Schneider is an exemplary physician.

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2024

Dr. Schneider carefully evaluated all of the test results I brought with me along with my personal narrative. She then came up with a diagnosis that had not been found by my providers in Texas (GI specialist and PCP). She was able to recommend changes in my medications that have now proven to be very effective for treatment of my problem.

Reviewed on Feb 27, 2024

Dr Alison Schneider is very pleasant, respectful about efficient.

Reviewed on Feb 27, 2024

My provider is quick at responding emails, very kind and courteous. I recently had a colonoscopy and endoscopy and she was quick to respond to my tests results with explanation.

Reviewed on Feb 26, 2024

Getting an appointment for the famous Dr Alision was very hard as she is booked up so after all my test I hope I will be able to see her as I will be spending almost $3,000 out of pocket for all the tests requested and it would be very disappointing not to see the Dr A at the end of it all.

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2024

Dr. Schneider is an exceptional physician who truly takes the time to care for you as a person.

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2024

Dr. Schneider is always awesome!

Reviewed on Feb 21, 2024

Dr. A Schneider was wonderful. It was our first meeting as I was scheduled for a colonoscopy and I was very impressed. I asked if I could be accepted as her patient for all future gastrointestinal needs and Dr. Schneider agreed. I will be transferring my records to her from my former gastroenterologist.

Reviewed on Feb 20, 2024

Dr. Schneider is an example for everyone on how to be a caring, empathetic physician. She listens and includes the patient through her reasoning and decision making. I feel lucky to have had her as my doctor.

Reviewed on Feb 15, 2024

I would recommend Dr. Schneider to anyone that needed her care. As I said previously Cleveland clinic is very lucky to have Dr. Schneider on your staff.

Reviewed on Feb 15, 2024

The entire experience with Dr. Schneider and her staff was fantastic. I have never met a doctor in my 75 years like her.

Reviewed on Feb 14, 2024

The Doctor was terrific

Reviewed on Feb 12, 2024

Great Doctors, difficult to get an appt. When you need it.

Reviewed on Jan 24, 2024

Overall everyone Including the Dr. Was very cooperative and helpful. Though Dr. Schneider was quite confusing on future follow up and medication directions.

Reviewed on Jan 23, 2024

Dr Alvarez spent a long time going over our files and explained everything to us. New medicine.

Reviewed on Jan 23, 2024

Very good doctor

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2024

It is very hard to get a hold of someone via phone. Luckily Dr. Schneider is great a checking her email.

Reviewed on Jan 17, 2024

I loved her. Always meeting a new doctor is scary but she puts you at ease right away

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2024

Dr. Schneider is very personable and kept treatment discussions open until I fully understood them and we agreed to the plan. A GREAT DOCTOR!

Reviewed on Jan 9, 2024

She and the doctor-in-training working with her were extremely thorough and gave me a lot of time to ask questions. I felt valued and cared for and understood why she was in high demand.

Reviewed on Dec 20, 2023

Dr. Schneider arranged for the appr to discuss a recent MRI followup on liver along with a new incidental finding and the plan to monitor it. Appreciated her prompt attention to contact me and address concerns.

Reviewed on Dec 20, 2023

There were some technology challenges with the Zoom connection. Dr Schneider decided to use FaceTime and all went well.

Reviewed on Dec 19, 2023

Dr. Schneider was, is superb. Attitude, patience and overall personality is very assuring and comforting. Thank you

Reviewed on Dec 13, 2023

Excellent service and very professional and respectful environment!Dr. Schneider is a great doctor who cares about her patients and takes the time to listen!

Reviewed on Nov 30, 2023

Dr. Schneider took the time to provide individual attention and this made me feel that my procedure was important to her and her team.

Reviewed on Nov 27, 2023

Dr Schneider is caring and approachable.

Reviewed on Nov 22, 2023

Dr Schneider is our favorite doc at Cleveland clinic. She saved my husbands life in 2016 and continues to give him the very best care. She is awesome!

Reviewed on Nov 17, 2023

This was a second opinion and I received more details then I did with various visits to my other doctor. I've switched my care over to CLEVELAND.

Reviewed on Nov 13, 2023

Dr. Schneider was prompt in her response to an appointment to review my endoscopy results.

Reviewed on Nov 13, 2023

I trust Cleveland Clinic for all of my health care providers/medical care.

Reviewed on Nov 13, 2023

I've been a patient of Dr. Schneider for many years and feel so much better with her responses to my questions. I have total confidence in her abilities to treat me.

Reviewed on Nov 2, 2023

I had an exceptional experience with Dr. Schneider, her assistant nurse Stephanie and the rest of the team during my recent colonoscopy procedure. Their efficiency and attentiveness were evident throughout the process, providing me with comfort and the highest standard of care. I am thoroughly satisfied with the treatment I received and would highly recommend their services to others seeking similar medical attention.

Reviewed on Nov 1, 2023

Dr, Schneider is an exceptional doctor. I know I'm in good hands and trust her completely.

Reviewed on Nov 1, 2023

Great experience with Dr Schneider. Thanks!!

Reviewed on Oct 30, 2023

The only way I could get an appointment sooner than several months my doctor had to call. Once he spoke to her I was given an appointment in 2 weeks which was a huge relief!

Reviewed on Oct 30, 2023

Dr Schneider and her resident were very patient and listened to all my concerns. They took the time to explain my condition and procedures going forward. I didn't feel rushed as they spent all the time I needed to answer questions and help with suggestions going forward.

Reviewed on Oct 19, 2023

The best doctor ever!

Reviewed on Oct 18, 2023

This is regarding Dr. Schneider, not the nursing staff.

Reviewed on Oct 17, 2023

Dr Schneider's office was very easy to deal with

Reviewed on Oct 17, 2023

The Fellowship Dr. And Dr. Schneider were excellent and very helpful in figuring out what the problem is and and a starting point in correcting the issue.

Reviewed on Oct 16, 2023

Dr. Schnieder is fabulous love everything about her!

Reviewed on Oct 16, 2023

Dr. Schneider is great. Listened to my concerns and gave me honest feed back. Took great care of me.

Reviewed on Oct 13, 2023

Dr. Schneider is wonderful! I always recommend her,

Reviewed on Oct 10, 2023

Exceptional , prompt , professional are just a few words that come to mind. I genuinely could not be happier. I'm grateful and hopeful simply because Dr. Schneider and her team are on my side. I sincerely Thank you all.

Reviewed on Oct 5, 2023

My doctor, Allison Schneider is a credit to her profession. She answered every question I had she asked me for as much information about me and concerns about my condition. I personally think that Dr. Schneider's care And compassion Is unique at Cleveland clinic. She is the only doctor that ever called me about my condition. In short, she really cares about her patience. I had an absolutely wonderful experience with Dr. Schneider.

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2023

Very much easier to ask questions of Dr Schneider and have a satisfactory discussion than with the vast majority of physicians!

Reviewed on Sep 27, 2023

Dr. Schneider is very professional and knowledgeable. Very caring and pleasant. I am very happy she still is at Cleveland, since she did my colonoscopy 10 years ago.

Reviewed on Sep 26, 2023

Dr Schneider is a highly skilled professional but from a medical and human side even suggesting a virtual appointment due to my distance from Port Saint Lucie to Weston.

Reviewed on Sep 26, 2023

Provider was exceptional in all aspects of the contact and procedures.

Reviewed on Sep 26, 2023

Provider and staff were pleasant and very proficient initiating continual contact for follow up.

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2023

Dr Schneider is absolutely the best.

Reviewed on Sep 19, 2023

Dr Schneider is very caring and helpful and is trying to help me with my condition.

Reviewed on Sep 18, 2023

The nurse and doctor were extremely friendly and thorough

Reviewed on Sep 18, 2023

Alison Schneider was very attentive to my needs. She is a fabulous doctor!

Reviewed on Sep 12, 2023

Very impressed with Dr.Schneider. Extremely knowledgeable, professional, catered to my specific needs, and hopefully help solve my problem.

Reviewed on Sep 11, 2023

Allison was a delight as a physician and as a person

Reviewed on Sep 11, 2023

I was impressed her knowledge of medicine

Reviewed on Sep 11, 2023

Dr Schneider is wonderful

Reviewed on Sep 11, 2023

Dr Schneider's scheduling team are very helpful

Reviewed on Sep 11, 2023

Dr Schneider is an excellent provider

Reviewed on Sep 1, 2023

Dr. Schneider is stellar. My less than perfect comments refer to others at Cleveland Clinic.

Reviewed on Aug 24, 2023

One of the best doctor's visits I have had. The doctor was excellent.

Reviewed on Aug 24, 2023

We used FaceTime because that is so easy for me. Zoom presents a problem for me and the doctor wanted to make it easy and not stressful.

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2023

Dr Schneider, you and the support staff are WONDERFUL! Thank you so much for kindness and caring

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2023

Fantastic experience with Dr. Schneider

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2023

I was very impressed with Dr Schneider- she listened to my concerns and came up with a plan to address them . She was very caring and thorough.

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2023

Excellent doctor

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2023

Dr Schneider was wonderful. So knowledgeable and took the time to explain. Went thru all my medical records I brought and disected thru them to find what info she was looking for to give me clarity on my issues

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2023

Dr Schneider is the best!

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2023

I have been seeing Dr Schneider for over Thirteen years, she is the most caring and knowledgeable Dr I have ever been to.

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2023

Loved all the staff and doctor.

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2023

As pleasant as this experience could be. I have already referred a friend to DR. Schneider.

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2023

Excellent service by Dr.Sneider

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2023

Dr. SchneiderAnd the staff are wonderful!

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2023

Great experience Dr. Schneider was aware of the difficulties to perform the colonoscopy and was able using the thinest instrument to complete the colonoscopy.

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2023

The care provider was overbooked. She is so good, and she gives personal attention even though she is on a too tight schedule. When she saw I was cold before the procedure, it was Dr. Schneider who got me a blanket. She is special.

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2023

The procedure was performed professionally with expertise from Dr. Schneider. I was the last procedure of the morning and it was obvious they needed to rush to other commitments after a professional attention to the performance of my procedure. Scheduling appears to be a problem and too much stress is placed on the doctors to move patients along to get to the next job.

Reviewed on Jul 17, 2023

Dr Schneider was very concerned about my well being.

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2023

Dr Schneider is excellent - professional and personable. All went smooth from a logistical perspective as well

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2023

Dr. Schneider is an exemplary care giver.

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2023

Dr Schneider is excellent and popular, so hard to get an appointment with her

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2023

If she wasn't such a wonderful doctor I would have v gone elsewhere.

Reviewed on Jul 11, 2023

The doctor was excellent and showed empathy.

Reviewed on Jul 11, 2023

Wonderful visit.... I was apprehensive about my consultation but Dr. Schneider put me totally at ease.

Reviewed on Jul 11, 2023

Dr Schneider is such a good Dr ! It was not easy to schedule with her

Reviewed on Jul 11, 2023

Dr Scheneider was Fantastic!!!

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2023

I had to cancel my colonoscopy-endoscopy because I was in a vehicle collision, and my sternum was fractured. When I arrived yesterday for my appointment, the nurses could not have been nicer, kinder, and that extended to everyone with whom I came in contact. Dr. Schneider is terrific.

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2023

Dr. Alison Schneider is excellent GI specialist, who is professional, courteous and has her patient's best interest in mind in the delivery of medical care.

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2023

Dr. Schneider was extremely friendly and explained everything in detailed

Reviewed on Jun 6, 2023

Dr. Allison Schneider was the consummate professional. She listened to me and used great insight to come up up with treatment recommendations.

Reviewed on Jun 6, 2023

Everything about the Doctor was wonderful. I just felt that I needed more time with her to take advantage of her expertise in solving my problems and understanding med options.

Reviewed on Jun 6, 2023

Thankful to be a patient of Dr. Schneider. I drive 60 miles each way and always appreciate her professionalism, listening skills, care, and concern for my gastro needs. And, If needed a backup option at times is a virtual appt. Which has been helpful.

Reviewed on May 18, 2023

Dr Schneider excellent reputation made me comfortable and not nervous for my procedures

Reviewed on May 10, 2023

Would rec in a heart beat for Dr. Schneider & have.

Reviewed on May 3, 2023

Dr. Schneider has good positive energy. Quickly reviewed past HX and assessed my complaints. She's adorable, compassionate and knowledgeable. She seems to like her job, unlike a lot of other providers

Reviewed on Apr 25, 2023

Dr.Snyder is excellent.

Reviewed on Apr 25, 2023

Again, Dr and staff on site is top notch. It's where the portal meets a person improvement is required.

Reviewed on Apr 25, 2023

Great dr. Love Cleveland clinic

Reviewed on Apr 24, 2023

I would recommend it but not to someone who needs to see a doctor within a month

Reviewed on Apr 14, 2023

Dr Schneider is an asset to your institution! Wonderful bedside manner as well as knowledgeable!

Reviewed on Apr 10, 2023

I have not had a better experience communicating with a doctor.

Reviewed on Apr 10, 2023

Love Dr Schneider

Reviewed on Apr 10, 2023

Dr. Schneider is a smart, caring physician. Explaining everything in detail. She was extremely knowledgeable about my past medical history as it was evident to me she read my chart before the procedure which sh explained thoroughly.

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